A proper head-to-head in South Africa — we cover price, performance,
petrol economy, safety and what it'll actually cost you to own each one long term.
Includes an archived model
Current and archived cars are compared side by side. Archived models keep their verified historical specs, while price labels show last-listed context rather than current new-car availability.
Tiggo 7 Pro starts ZAR 1204500 cheaperPalisade from ZAR 1,204,500 · Tiggo 7 Pro from ZAR 389,900
Key Specs Side by Side
The specs that matter most — highlighted where one car leads.
Spec
Palisade
Tiggo 7 Pro
Engine Power
142 kW
108 kW
Torque
440 Nm
210 Nm
Engine Size
2199 cc
1.5 cc
Claimed Mileage
8.2 km/l
14.7 km/l
Ground Clearance
Not confirmed
-
Boot / Load Bay
Not confirmed
475 l
Airbags
Driver, passenger, side and curtain
Multiple airbags
Kerb Weight
1952 kg
-
Seating Capacity
7
5
Warranty
5 years / 150 000 km plus 2 years / 50 000 km powertrain
5 Year / 150 000 km
= leads in this spec
Archived models stay fully comparable. Verified specs remain visible; historical fields that were not source-confirmed are marked Not confirmed instead of being guessed.
The Bottom Line
Both Palisade and Tiggo 7 Pro are extremely closely matched, making the final choice dependent on buyer preference.
Where They Actually Differ
Performance
Palisade
+28 pts
Efficiency
Tiggo 7 Pro
+19 pts
Safety
Tiggo 7 Pro
+37 pts
Practicality
Palisade
+9 pts
Ownership
Tiggo 7 Pro
+4 pts
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Palisade
Strengths
More powerful engine output
More practical for daily use
Weak Spots
Lower fuel efficiency
Less comprehensive safety features
Shorter warranty coverage
Best suited to:Highway DrivingFamily Usage
🏆 Overall Winner
Tiggo 7 Pro
Strengths
Better fuel efficiency
Stronger safety package
Better long-term ownership value
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Less practical in daily usage
Best suited to:Fuel Efficiency
Which One's Right for You?
Palisade
Drivers who prioritise strong highway performance and overtaking power
Large families needing more practicality and usability
Tiggo 7 Pro
Buyers looking for better fuel efficiency
Families prioritising stronger safety equipment
Long-term owners valuing warranty and ownership peace of mind
Full Specs, Side by Side
Archived cars use verified historical spec records. Rows remain comparable; unavailable historical values are shown plainly rather than estimated.
Spec
Palisade
Tiggo 7 Pro
Model Introduced Year
Current local generation year not confirmed
2022
Generation
Current South African Palisade listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data.
Current South Africa Tiggo 7 Pro range
Facelift History
Model-year updates can affect trim, wheels, screens, safety equipment and colours. Use the latest South African price list when checking a specific vehicle.
Current South Africa version listed by official source
Facelift Launched Since
Original current-generation version
2022
Facelift Version Ending
Discontinued - exact end year not confirmed
Current
Body Style
Seven-seat SUV
SUV
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
Not confirmed
active
Segment
Not confirmed
SUV
Vehicle Type
Not confirmed
SUV
Spec
Palisade
Tiggo 7 Pro
Kerb Weight
1952 kg
-
Seating Capacity
7
5
Towing Capacity
2200 kg
-
Load Bed Length
Not confirmed
475 l
Load Bed Width
Not confirmed
-
Seats
7
5
Fuel Tank Capacity
71 l
-
Loadbox Length Mm
Not confirmed
475 l
Loadbox Width Mm
Not confirmed
-
Tare Mass Kg
1952 kg
-
Ground Clearance
Not confirmed
-
Wheelbase
Not confirmed
2670 mm
Length
Not confirmed
4500 mm
Width
Not confirmed
1842 mm
Height
Not confirmed
1705 mm
Gross Vehicle Weight
Not confirmed
-
Boot Space
Not confirmed
475 l
Front Track Width
Not confirmed
-
Rear Track Width
Not confirmed
-
Turning Radius
Not confirmed
-
Front Legroom
Not confirmed
-
Rear Legroom
Not confirmed
-
Front Headroom
Not confirmed
-
Rear Headroom
Not confirmed
-
Front Shoulder Room
Not confirmed
-
Rear Shoulder Room
Not confirmed
-
Boot Space Seats Folded
Not confirmed
1500 l
Number of Doors
Not confirmed
5
Max Payload
Not confirmed
-
Boot Volume
Not confirmed
475 l
Doors
Not confirmed
5
Gross Vehicle Mass Kg
Not confirmed
-
Ground Clearance Max
Not confirmed
-
Ground Clearance Min
Not confirmed
-
Ground Clearance Mm
Not confirmed
-
Height Mm
Not confirmed
1705 mm
Length Mm
Not confirmed
4500 mm
Payload Kg
Not confirmed
-
Cargo Volume
Not confirmed
475 l
Turning Circle
Not confirmed
-
Turning Circle M
Not confirmed
-
Width Mm
Not confirmed
1842 mm
Spec
Palisade
Tiggo 7 Pro
Engine
2.2-litre turbo diesel
1.5T petrol
Displacement
2199 cc
1.5 cc
Power
142 kW
108 kW
Torque
440 Nm
210 Nm
Engine Displacement
2199 cc
1.5 cc
Engine Displacement Cc
2199 cc
1.5 cc
Engine Power kW
142 kW
108 kW
Engine Torque Nm
440 Nm
210 Nm
Max Power kW
142 kW
108 kW
Max Torque Nm
440 Nm
210 Nm
Engine Type
Not confirmed
1.5T petrol
Cylinders
Not confirmed
4
Valves per Cylinder
Not confirmed
16
Power @ RPM
Not confirmed
5500
Torque @ RPM
Not confirmed
1750-4000
Fuel System
Not confirmed
Petrol injection
Turbocharger
Not confirmed
Standard
Top Speed
Not confirmed
-
0-100 km/h
Not confirmed
-
Compression Ratio
Not confirmed
-
Cylinder Bore
Not confirmed
-
Piston Stroke
Not confirmed
-
Engine Code
Not confirmed
-
Power
Not confirmed
144.8 bhp
Fuel Grade Required
Not confirmed
Petrol
Cylinder Layout
Not confirmed
Inline
Engine Aspiration
Not confirmed
Turbocharged
Engine Type Config
Not confirmed
1.5T petrol
0–100 km/h
Not confirmed
-
Engine Displacement Litres
2199 cc
1.5 cc
Acceleration 0 100
Not confirmed
-
Engine Config
Not confirmed
1.5T petrol
Engine Cylinders
Not confirmed
4
Engine Valves
Not confirmed
16
Induction
Not confirmed
Turbocharged
Maximum Power
142 kW
108 kW
Maximum Torque
440 Nm
210 Nm
Power kW Rpm
Not confirmed
5500
Torque Nm Rpm
Not confirmed
1750-4000
Turbo Type
Not confirmed
Single turbo
Spec
Palisade
Tiggo 7 Pro
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Drive Type
All-wheel drive
FWD
Number of Gears
8 km/h
CVT
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox Type
Automatic
Automatic
Transmission Speeds
8 km/h
CVT
Drivetrain Layout
Not confirmed
FWD
LSD Available
Not confirmed
-
Transfer Case
Not confirmed
-
Differential Lock
Not confirmed
-
Paddle Shifters
Not confirmed
-
Final Drive Ratio
Not confirmed
-
Clutch Type
Not confirmed
Automatic clutch
Drivetrain
All-wheel drive
FWD
4WD Engagement
Not confirmed
-
4WD Hi Range
Not confirmed
-
4WD Lo Range
Not confirmed
-
4WD Selector
Not confirmed
-
Automatic Shift Paddles
Not confirmed
-
Front Differential Lock
Not confirmed
-
Low Range
Not confirmed
-
Axle Layout
All-wheel drive
FWD
Rear Differential Lock
Not confirmed
-
Spec
Palisade
Tiggo 7 Pro
Claimed Mileage
8.2 km/l
14.7 km/l
City Mileage
6.7 km/l
-
Highway Mileage
9.5 km/l
-
Fuel Tank Capacity
71 l
-
Fuel Tank Litres
71 l
-
Fuel Type
Diesel
Petrol
Emission Standard
Not confirmed
Euro VIb
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not confirmed
-
Auto Start Stop
Not confirmed
-
Average Fuel Consumption
Not confirmed
6.8 l/100km
Claimed Fuel Consumption
Not confirmed
6.8 l/100km
Fuel Efficiency
Not confirmed
6.8 l/100km
Real-world Mileage
8.2 km/l
14.7 km/l
AC Charging Power
Not confirmed
-
Charging Port Type
Not confirmed
-
Charging Time AC Full
Not confirmed
-
Charging Time DC Fast 80pct
Not confirmed
-
Charging Type
Not confirmed
-
Combined Consumption
Not confirmed
6.8 l/100km
Combined Consumption L 100km
Not confirmed
6.8 l/100km
DC Charging Power
Not confirmed
-
Fuel Economy Combined
Not confirmed
6.8 l/100km
Low Range Ratio
Not confirmed
-
Combined Driving Range
Not confirmed
-
Electric Consumption
Not confirmed
-
Range Real World Highway
Not confirmed
-
Range Real World Mixed
Not confirmed
-
Range Wltp
Not confirmed
-
Spec
Palisade
Tiggo 7 Pro
Airbags
Driver, passenger, side and curtain
Multiple airbags
ABS
Standard
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
Standard
EBD
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Not confirmed
Standard
Hill Descent Control
Not confirmed
Standard
Hill Start Assist
Not confirmed
Standard
Child Safety Lock
Not confirmed
Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
Not confirmed
Standard
Brake Assist
Not confirmed
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Not confirmed
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Not confirmed
Standard
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Not confirmed
Standard
Front Parking Sensors
Not confirmed
-
AEB
Not confirmed
-
BA
Not confirmed
Standard
Brake Override System
Not confirmed
Standard
Curtain Airbags
Not confirmed
Standard
Driver Airbag
Not confirmed
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Not confirmed
Standard
Hill Hold
Not confirmed
Standard
Passenger Airbag
Not confirmed
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
-
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Not confirmed
Standard
Side Airbags
Not confirmed
Standard
TCS
Not confirmed
Standard
Knee Airbag
Not confirmed
-
ABS EBD
Standard
Standard
Spec
Palisade
Tiggo 7 Pro
Blind Spot Monitoring
Standard
-
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
-
Cruise Control
Not confirmed
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not confirmed
-
Lane Keep Assist
Not confirmed
-
Lane Departure Warning
Not confirmed
-
Parking Sensors
Not confirmed
Standard
Rear View Camera
Not confirmed
Standard
360 Degree Camera
Not confirmed
-
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Not confirmed
-
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not confirmed
-
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not confirmed
-
Auto Highbeam
Not confirmed
-
Auto Wipers
Not confirmed
-
Drive Modes
Not confirmed
Eco / Normal / Sport
Rear Parking Sensors
Not confirmed
Standard
Reverse Camera
Not confirmed
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not confirmed
-
Park Assist
Not confirmed
-
Around View Monitor
Not confirmed
-
Blind Spot Warning
Standard
-
Forward Collision Warning
Not confirmed
-
Spec
Palisade
Tiggo 7 Pro
Climate Control
Automatic
Manual / automatic by trim
Electric Tailgate
Smart power tailgate
-
AC Type
Automatic
Manual / automatic by trim
Service Plan
7 years / 105 000 km
5 Year / 60 000 km
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Air Conditioning
Automatic
Manual / automatic by trim
Rim Size
20 Inches
18-inch alloy
Power Windows
Not confirmed
Standard
Keyless Entry
Not confirmed
Standard
Push Button Start
Not confirmed
Standard
Wireless Charging
Not confirmed
-
Sunroof
Not confirmed
-
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not confirmed
-
Gear Shift Type
Not confirmed
Electric
Seatbelt Reminder
Not confirmed
Standard
Valves Per Cylinder
Not confirmed
4
Spec
Palisade
Tiggo 7 Pro
Tyre Size
245/50 R20
18-inch alloy
Wheel Rim Size
20 Inches
18-inch alloy
Wheel Diameter
20 Inches
18-inch alloy
Wheels
20 Inches
-
Front Brake Type
Not confirmed
Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type
Not confirmed
Disc
Spare Wheel Type
Not confirmed
-
Handbrake Type
Not confirmed
Electronic parking brake
Spec
Palisade
Tiggo 7 Pro
Warranty Years
5 years / 150 000 km plus 2 years / 50 000 km powertrain
5 Year / 150 000 km
Warranty Kilometers
5 years / 150 000 km plus 2 years / 50 000 km powertrain
5 Year / 150 000 km
Basic Warranty
5 years / 150 000 km plus 2 years / 50 000 km powertrain
5 Year / 150 000 km
Warranty
5 years / 150 000 km plus 2 years / 50 000 km powertrain
5 Year / 150 000 km
Spec
Palisade
Tiggo 7 Pro
Service Plan Duration
7 years / 105 000 km
5 Year / 60 000 km
Service Plan Distance
7 years / 105 000 km
5 Year / 60 000 km
Gear Shift Indicator
Not confirmed
Standard
Spec
Palisade
Tiggo 7 Pro
Roof Type
Dual sunroof
-
LED Headlamps
Not confirmed
LED / halogen by trim
Daytime Running Lamps
Not confirmed
Standard
Fog Lamps
Not confirmed
-
Roof Rails
Not confirmed
Standard
Exterior Colour Options
Not confirmed
White, black, grey, silver, blue, green and other official Chery market colours by model.
Headlights
Not confirmed
LED / halogen by trim
Panoramic Sunroof
Not confirmed
-
Spec
Palisade
Tiggo 7 Pro
Price Zar
1204500 ZAR
389900 ZAR
Ownership Role
Not confirmed
range-specific
Price Source
Not confirmed
Official model page price card
Pricing Role
Not confirmed
range-specific
Starting Price
Not confirmed
389900
Starting Price Zar
Not confirmed
389900
Spec
Palisade
Tiggo 7 Pro
Seat Material
Not confirmed
Fabric or cloth trim
Heated Seats
Not confirmed
-
Ventilated Seats
Not confirmed
-
Ambient Lighting
Not confirmed
-
Steering Wheel Material
Not confirmed
Polyurethane / synthetic
60 40 Split Seat
Not confirmed
Standard
Driver Seat Adjustment
Not confirmed
Manual
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Not confirmed
Manual
Seat Trim
Not confirmed
Fabric
Spec
Palisade
Tiggo 7 Pro
Infotainment Screen
Not confirmed
Touchscreen infotainment
Apple CarPlay
Not confirmed
Standard
Android Auto
Not confirmed
Standard
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not confirmed
Standard
Number of Speakers
Not confirmed
4-6
Digital Instrument Cluster
Not confirmed
Standard
USB Ports
Not confirmed
Front and rear USB where listed
Infotainment Screen
Not confirmed
10.25-inch or larger by trim
Touchscreen
Not confirmed
10.25-inch or larger by trim
Spec
Palisade
Tiggo 7 Pro
Approach Angle
Not confirmed
-
Departure Angle
Not confirmed
-
Wading Depth
Not confirmed
-
Terrain Modes
Not confirmed
-
Locking Differential
Not confirmed
-
4WD System Type
All-wheel drive
FWD
Breakover Angle
Not confirmed
-
Spec
Palisade
Tiggo 7 Pro
Front Suspension
Not confirmed
MacPherson strut
Rear Suspension
Not confirmed
Multi-link
Spec
Palisade
Tiggo 7 Pro
CO2 Emissions
Not confirmed
-
Fuel Octane Requirement
Not confirmed
Petrol
Overall Verdict Score
Decision-grade view of the winner, score gap and category strengths.
Weighted / 100
Verdict readout
Tiggo 7 Pro leads by 3 points
Both Palisade and Tiggo 7 Pro are extremely closely matched, making the final choice dependent on buyer preference.
Performance
Palisade +28
Efficiency
Tiggo 7 Pro +19
Safety
Tiggo 7 Pro +37
Practicality
Palisade +9
Ownership
Tiggo 7 Pro +4
Very close match. Final decision depends on buyer preference.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Overall Winner
Tiggo 7 Pro
Performance
46/100
Efficiency
59/100
Safety
75/100
Practicality
68/100
Ownership
55/100
Palisade
Performance
74/100
Efficiency
40/100
Safety
38/100
Practicality
77/100
Ownership
51/100
So, Which One Should You Buy?
🏆Chery Tiggo 7 Pro
wins with 61 pts
vs 58 pts for Palisade
In structured scoring, Tiggo 7 Pro emerges as the stronger overall package. However, Palisade may appeal to buyers prioritising different factors. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
Other Comparisons Worth Checking
See how similar cars go head-to-head — you might find a better fit than you expected.
On our scoring the Tiggo 7 Pro edges ahead overall. That said, the right choice depends on what you actually use the car for — the breakdown above shows exactly where each one wins and loses.
Efficiency scores: Palisade 40 vs Tiggo 7 Pro 59. In the real world, diesel variants of either car will beat the claimed figure on long highways and fall short in Joburg traffic.
Safety scores: Palisade 38, Tiggo 7 Pro 75. Check each model page for NCAP ratings and which trim levels include AEB and blind-spot monitoring — those features aren't always standard.
Long-term ownership scores: Palisade 51, Tiggo 7 Pro 55. Service intervals, parts availability in SA, and whether a service plan is bundled all factor in — check the individual variant specs for that detail.
Practicality scores: Palisade 77, Tiggo 7 Pro 68. This covers boot space, seat flexibility, and day-to-day usability — not just interior dimensions on paper.
Performance scores: Palisade 74, Tiggo 7 Pro 46. This looks at real-world pace — 0–100 kph, highway flexibility, and how either car feels when you actually need to overtake on an N-road.
Resale varies with colour, spec, and market timing, but Japanese brands — and Toyota specifically — have a strong track record in SA. Check current used prices for both on AutoTrader to see the real gap right now.
Ground clearance and 4WD availability are what matter most here. Scroll to the spec table above to compare both side by side — if either model offers a 4WD variant, that's the version worth comparing.
Fuel, insurance, and service costs are the big three. Diesel variants of both models typically save R800–R1,500/month in fuel at current SA pump prices. The Tiggo 7 Pro edges the overall ownership score, but check whether either variant includes a service plan — that changes the monthly maths significantly.
The Tiggo 7 Pro scores better overall, but neither car is a bad buy here. It comes down to what features matter to you — check the full spec table above to see exactly what you gain and lose at each price point.
In Depth — Breaking It All Down
The comparison between Palisade and Tiggo 7 Pro in South Africa
evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.
Performance: Palisade scores 74 vs 46.
Efficiency: Palisade scores 40 vs 59.
Safety: Palisade scores 38 vs 75.
Practicality: Palisade scores 77 vs 68.
Ownership: Palisade scores 51 vs 55.
Final structured scoring gives Tiggo 7 Pro
the advantage in this comparison.
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